English Premier League

Arsenal correspondent Mattias Karen grades Arsene Wenger and how his side have performed so far this season. Alejandro Moreno and Alexis Nunes wonder if Arsene Wenger would make a good international manager following his career at Arsenal. With criticism coming from all directions, Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil may be the epitome of a polarizing player. Borussia

Gareth Southgate is full of praise for Ruben Loftus-Cheek after his performance on his England debut against Germany. For the many who derided Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s maiden England call-up as ludicrously premature, the 21-year-old’s spectacularly assured debut display against Germany in the 0-0 draw on Friday no doubt came as quite a shock. People more familiar

As part the Polarising Players series, the ESPN FC crew discuss Mesut Ozil. As part the Polarising Players series, the ESPN FC crew discuss Mesut Ozil. The North London derby always means a lot to Arsenal and Tottenham. In years past, when Arsenal were dominant, it was a way for the neighbours to try and

Stevie Nicol feels Marouane Fellaini may be best suited with a move away from Man United after his contract expires. MANCHESTER — Ander Herrera wants to stay at Manchester United despite interest from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, sources have told ESPN FC. The midfielder is yet to sign a new long-term deal at Old Trafford,

Former Liverpool players Steve McManaman and Robbie Fowler talk to ESPN FC and laud Liverpool’s attacking prowess. With Alberto Moreno eyeing a spot in Spain’s World Cup squad, Stevie Nicol ponders whether he’ll be up to scratch. Liverpool’s Joe Gomez insists that being named in the England squad is a dream come true but is

Brazil coach Tite stresses performances, not results, will be the priority during the Selecao’s preparation for the World Cup. Gabriel Jesus says Neymar has been positive, as always, with Brazil despite reports of a rift at PSG. Craig Burley and the FC crew explain why Neymar’s tears after being defended by Brazil coach Tite were

Roberto Martinez defended Romelu Lukaku’s recent form and insisted that he’s proud of the progress he’s made in recent seasons. Considering the Christmas season is almost upon us, this feels like as good a moment as any to give thanks. Yes, it is true that Manchester United are eight points behind Manchester City, and that

The ESPN FC panel discuss how Arsenal’s winning mentality has continued to erode under Arsene Wenger. Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud said he has no regrets over his decision to stay at Arsenal and added the trust manager Arsene Wenger has in him is a big reason why. Giroud, 31, was the subject of transfer rumours

The ESPN FC crew ask whether anyone can stop Manchester City. The ESPN FC crew ask whether anyone can stop Manchester City. Belief isn’t something that comes naturally to Manchester City fans. After being beaten down for years by regular embarrassments, they’ve been burned one too many times to fall into the trap of feeling

Former Chelsea stars Gianfranco Zola and Roberto Di Matteo talk the Blues’ start so far, Michael Emenalo and Alvaro Morata. Stevie Nicol breaks down Hazard’s comments about possibly playing under Zidane and reuniting with Mourinho in the future. Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola has told ESPN FC that he has been surprised by the consistency and

Arsene Wenger says Jack Wilshere needs games and to be injury free, after the midfielder missed out on an England call-up. Roy Hodgson has hit out at reports linking Crystal Palace with Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere, saying his name has not been mentioned in discussions about potential new players. Hodgson, who took over from the

Kai Havertz has been attracting attention this season. Bayern Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz reportedly made a visit to Liverpool’s training ground last month, with a potential January transfer in the offing. So here is everything you need to know about the youngster. Why would Liverpool be interested? Growing up near the Dutch border, Havertz, born

ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop discusses Manchester City’s storming start to the season. The Premier League title race is already over according to some, with even Chelsea’s Antonio Conte and Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp finding it difficult to see anyone stopping Manchester City. No team has ever held such a commanding lead at this stage of a Premier League season, with

The guys discuss if Chelsea are too reliant on Cesc Fabregas. It was a significant 24 hours for a very particular subcategory of footballer. Soon after man of the match Cesc Fabregas had orchestrated Chelsea’s restorative 1-0 win over Manchester United on Sunday, the gently descending career of Andrea Pirlo was finally, formally brought to

Despite all the success Jose Mourinho has had in his career, Jon Champion wonders if the game has passed Mourinho by. Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been on the receiving end of plenty of criticism from Manchester United fans throughout the past month or more. Having assisted five goals in the opening weeks of the season, plenty